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If you need anything written in the fields of history, politics, international relations, or sports: give me a shot. I'm a Top-notch academic writer and editor with a Ph.D. and several peer-reviewed publications. UCLA trained. I was a journalist for two decades. Have two best-selling Amazon ebooks and am constantly working on my skills to give my clients the highest quality outcomes.

I am a PhD-level academic editor and researcher with over 9 years of experience specializing in the editing, proofreading, and formatting of dissertations, theses, research papers, and academic manuscripts. I have successfully supported 400+ academic projects, helping researchers produce clear, structured, and publication-ready work that meets university and journal standards. I have also edited multiple books published on Amazon, including KDP formatting, manuscript formatting, and book cover preparation for publication. I provide expert academic support focused on improving clarity, structure, coherence, and academic rigor across all stages of research writing. Services I Offer • Dissertation & Thesis Editing (Full or Chapter-Based Support) • Dissertation & Thesis Writing Assistance • Systematic Literature Reviews (SLR) using PRISMA Guidelines • Research Paper & Journal Article Editing • Academic Proofreading & Structural Editing • Methodology, Results & Discussion Chapter Support • SPSS, Excel, R & Data Analysis Interpretation • APA 7, Harvard, MLA, Chicago & IEEE Formatting • Citation, Reference & Bibliography Correction • Book & Manuscript Editing (Including Amazon Publication Support) Tools & Standards I use MS Word, Grammarly, Turnitin, SPSS, Excel, PowerPoint, and LaTeX to ensure accuracy, consistency, and professional academic standards in every project. Why Clients Work With Me • 9+ years of academic editing experience • 400+ completed academic projects • Strong expertise in dissertation and thesis refinement • Structured, clear, and publication-ready academic writing • Transparent editing using Track Changes • Strong communication and deadline reliability I am committed to helping researchers and students refine their academic work into clear, coherent, and submission-ready documents that meet institutional and journal requirements. Message me to discuss your project. I am available for both short-term and long-term academic support.

I'm here to give your book, script, or content the same attention, care, and experience I have given major publishers, producers of $100M+ films, and the world's largest tech companies. Gratefully, 15 years ago, my first book was picked up by Harper Collins, debuted on Amazon at #1, and enjoyed massive publicity to the point of becoming an answer on Jeopardy(!). I've been a professional creative writer ever since, as a fiction and nonfiction book author, co-author and ghostwriter - except for the fact I also love filmmaking and screenwriting and have, again gratefully, worked directly with my fair share of Academy Award-winning producers and directors here in LA. I'm passionate about all writing and I love what I do! I can - ghostwrite your piece the way I have for major publishers. - co-author with you the way I did on a book that debuted at #1 on Amazon in true crime. - coach you through writing your book or script like I have with dozens of writers. - consult with you on story/ rewrite your script the way I have with Oscar-winning directors and producers. - help you create content and articles that grab and keep eyeballs, the way I have for Oracle VPs, etc. I also know what it's like to bare your soul and invite others to help with your creative work. It's a little bit like standing naked on a stage and I know it's not easy. I hire friends, editors, and writers to read and edit my own work all the time - we are all in this together, and we can all use help! Also deep down in my resume is the fact I've been both a high school and university Literature and Writing teacher so - I have all the grammar and style stuff covered, and I've got an extra dose of patience. It's always a priority to maintain the right voice (usually, yours) while still crafting a page-turner that absolutely nails every single beat of story structure. I'm highly collaborative and easy to work with, partially because I've, well, seen it all. Fiction, nonfiction, film, television, web3, true crime, YA, fantasy, memoir, travelogue, medical, whistleblower, biography, technical writing, comedy, drama, content creation, you name it, I've written or edited it. Apart from my nonfiction and fiction book authoring and editing, I have 25 years of experience as a filmmaker - as script supervisor, development, casting director, editor, and composer. I've done quite a bit of various film and TV work at the highest levels over the years, always training myself to learn every facet of both the literary and filmmaking worlds. When it comes to screenwriting, it sure helps to have that kind of production experience. I always look at every project - book or film, from poetry to biz docs - from a holistic, high angle view in terms of commercial viability as well as artistic integrity. It always starts with theme. So the first question is - what do you care about? What do you need people to hear? Then we drop some structure on it, pay special attention to the voice - and work it till we're happy :) I'm here to help and happy to chat. And for the heck of it, apart from the fact that I've had 6-figure book deals with Harper Collins and The Pegasus Books Group, here are some other individuals and entities I've worked with, directly: Sean Penn, Roland Emmerich, Spike Lee, Kevin Smith, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Jerry Bruckheimer, Chris Carter, Mark Gordon, Emile Hirsch, Scott Rudin, Jim Carrey, Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Jackie Chan, Jennifer Garner, Mark Hamill, Meat Loaf Aday, Jack Douglas (music producer—John Lennon), Ziggy Marley, Damian and Julian Marley, Brandy, Third World, Shabba Ranks, Shaggy, Fran Drescher, David Levy (Robert Altman producer), Ed Saxon (producer Silence of the Lambs, Philadelphia, Beloved), Larry Cano (producer, Silkwood), Niels Juul (producer Martin Scorsese, Michael Mann), Roger Corman, an Elder Scroll founder, Nebula and Hugo Award-winning YA author Nnedi Okorafor, Sony, Dreamworks, Walden, Centropolis, WB, MTV, Paramount, NBC, CBS, FOX, and my own indie films as writer/ director/ producer/ editor have gone to festivals including Montreal and Gasparilla. Whew! If you got this far - thanks!

Writing a memoir is brave, but it can also feel terrifying! 😬 You are handing a stranger the raw material of your life and hoping they know how to hold it. I help memoirists and personal-growth / narrative nonfiction authors through the process of transforming life experience into clear, compelling manuscripts. I've worked with Christian memoir, trauma-informed writing, spiritual awakening, travel narratives, whole-life memoir, addiction recovery/substance use, and entrepreneurship. Working one-on-one with writers, my services are for authors who require more assistance than just proofreading or copyediting. I mostly offer line-editing and editorial guidance on structure, emotional arc, flow of the narrative, chapter order, voice, and prose to help your book be clearer, stronger, and more marketable. Without becoming generic or “edited to death.” I’m known for voice-preserving editing—that is, maintaining the author’s language, point-of-view, and emotional integrity while tightening clarity, pacing, flow, and connection with readers. With memoir in particular, I concentrate on helping your story hit the page with depth and restraint: what stays, what goes, where the emotional heart of the piece is, and how each chapter should propel the reader. 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: * Line editing for clarity, rhythm, tone, and emotional impact * Developmental editing for memoir or narrative nonfiction * Manuscript evaluations and editorial letters * Crafting and refining your manuscript’s story arc * Voice-conscious prose polishing * Personal growth books, self-help and recovery, spirituality, family memoir, trauma narrative, career-focused memoir, life stories * Getting a manuscript ready for query agents and publishers, beta readers, or self-publication As an editor, I am detailed, direct, and truly empathetic with you, the writer, for inviting me into such personal material. I won’t let a draft slide with “looks good!” when I know it can be better. But I also won’t steamroll your voice to prove I did my job. My role is to safeguard what is most vital in your writing while shaping the manuscript to be clear, focused, and emotionally effective. I’ll push the work carefully and honestly (Atticus Finch, not Gordon Ramsay!), with respect for both the story and the person who lived it. 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝘁: memoir writers, personal-growth authors and coaches, founders, career professionals, and first-time authors seeking senior-level guidance editing their nonfiction book.

I’m a storytelling-focused editing ninja who dives deep into each client’s vision and brings it to life with energy and precision. Whether flying solo or teaming up, I work fast and smart with tools like Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Avid, and the latest AI-powered content tools. My process is simple but powerful: 1) understand your goals, vibe, and audience → 2) sort through your footage, graphics, and music → 3) build a rough cut that nails tone and pacing → 4) refine with color grading, sound, motion graphics, and captions → 5) deliver a polished, platform-ready video that pops. I’ll even stick around for revisions or alternate versions so you’re always covered. Got a project in mind? Feel free to reach out! Let’s make something unforgettable. :)

Professional Video Editor | 10+ Years Experience in Film & Commercial Production Since 2014, I’ve been editing everything from music videos and documentaries to commercials and social content for YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. I’m fluent in Adobe Suite and DaVinci Resolve, and I bring a storytelling-first approach to every project. Film editing is my passion—it’s where creativity and precision meet. I’m easy to work with, adaptable, and always excited to collaborate with new people.